MORRIS COUNTY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY
Morris County School of Technology provides students
with the opportunity of gaining 160 minutes of vocational training as part of
their junior and/or senior high school program. Academic subjects are taken at the home school. Students are then transported to Morris
County School of Technology for specialized vocational training. Participants
earn 20 credits for successful completion of this program
Morris County School of Technology
admits those students who can reasonably be expected to profit by the programs
offered. General school records
(including attendance), exploratory experiences, and activities are carefully
reviewed in determining whether or not a prospective student has the ability,
aptitude, and interest needed to master the skills and knowledge required in
the chosen training area. In every
course except Cosmetology, Auto Service Tech, Auto Body, Culinary, and
Networking & Information Technology, a student may qualify for a one year
or two year certificate.
Interested students must file an
application to Morris County School of Technology through their respective
guidance counselor. An orientation
program and/or a scheduled interview with a guidance counselor from the Morris
County School of Technology are a required part of the application
process. All arrangements are made by
the home school guidance department.
ACADEMIC INFUSION PROGRAM:
Applications of
Mathematics and/or Science may be earned in specific courses. Students receive ten or fifteen credits for
their occupational course and five to ten credits for the math and/or science.
Credits
|
AB
I, II (Auto Body Collision Repair)& Special Needs |
5 |
Year
1 – science Year 2 – no academic
credit |
|
AST
I, II (Auto Service Tech) |
5 |
Year
1-Science Year 2-math |
|
AT
(Animal Tech) |
5 |
1 year
of science for each year of participation |
|
BC
(Building Construction) |
5 |
1
year math for each year of participation |
|
BGM
(Building/Grounds Maintenance) |
5 |
1
year math for each year of participation |
|
BITS
(Business Information Technology Systems) |
- |
No
academic credit available |
|
BITS
S (Business Information Technology Systems) Special Needs |
- |
No
academic credit available |
|
Carp
(Carpentry) |
5 |
1
year Math for each year of participation |
|
CDGS
(Computer Drafting & Graphics Studio) |
5 |
1
year of Math for each year of participation |
|
CRC
(Child Related Careers) |
5 |
Year
1-Math Year 2-No academic credit |
|
Cos
I, II (Cosmetology) |
5 |
Year
1-No academic credit Year 2-Science |
|
Cul
I, II (Culinary Arts) |
5 |
Year
1-Science Year 2-Math |
|
DDA
(Digital Design & Advertising) |
- |
No
academic credit available |
|
Diesel |
10 |
Science
& Math for each year of participation |
|
ET
(Electrical Trades) |
5 |
Year
1-Science Year 2-Math |
|
Food
Services |
- |
No
academic credit available |
|
NIT
(Networking Information Technology) |
5 |
Year
1-No academic credit Year 2-Science |
|
Plumb
(Plumbing) |
5 |
Year
1-Science Year 2-Math |
|
Retail
(Retail/Supermarkets) |
5 |
1
year Math for each year of participation |
|
Weld
(Welding) |
5 |
1
year Science for each year of participation |
PROGRAM OFFERINGS
ANIMAL TECHNOLOGY Grades
11-12
In
this one or two year course, students prepare for careers as Veterinary
Technicians and Laboratory Animal Technicians through the study of animal
husbandry, anatomy and physiology, parasitology, pathology, nutrition,
emergency treatment, and diagnostic testing procedures. Animals studied include dogs, cats, rabbits,
rodents, birds, exotics, and wildlife.
Graduates pursue advanced college studies or are employed by veterinary
clinics, pharmaceutical companies, kennels, and pet stores. Biology or a lab science is recommended.
AUTO BODY/COLLISION REPAIR Grades
11-12
Within this two-year
program, students will study basic auto body repair, painting, welding,
restoration, panel replacement, frame damage, repair, custom painting, and the
use of all tools and materials.
Graduates are employed as technicians, painters, and apprentices.
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY 1 & 2 Grades 11-12
To meet the needs of a
changing technology, this exciting two-year program offers students the
opportunity to master the needed skills to pass the Automotive Service
Excellence Certification (ASE) Examinations.
Training by ASE certified instructors is offered in basic automotive
systems, electrical systems, braking systems, engine performance, chassis and
steering, heating and air conditioning systems, computerized engine controls,
selected shop skills, and ASE test preparation.
BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS Grades
11-12
Information
processing and the changing technology in the office today mandate that
students are trained in computers, machine transcription, word processing,
spreadsheets, electronic mailing and filing as well as graphics and
reprographics. Students receive a broad
base of knowledge of business concepts and computer techniques using the most
popular software to prepare for office employment. A basic knowledge of keyboarding is required before beginning
this program. Program graduates either
pursue a college education in business and information technology systems or
enter the workforce as office assistants, administrative secretaries, and
office clerks.
CARPENTRY
Grades 11-12
Within
this one or two year program, students are introduced to transit and concrete
wall forms, column forms, step and landing forms. Framing includes floor, wall and roof framing, and common
rafters. Advanced instruction includes stair
building, exterior and interior trim, and more complex roof frames such as hip,
valley, and jack rafters. Students
develop a thorough understanding of the aspects of residential home
construction and an understanding of basic architectural principles. Graduates have started their own businesses,
worked with local contractors, or pursued a post-secondary education.
CHILD-RELATED CAREERS Grades
11-12
Students
in this program organize and execute individual and group activities with
children on a daily basis. Students
learn classroom procedures, discipline techniques, and develop an understanding
of child growth and development. Many
graduates of this program pursue college degrees in early childhood, elementary
education, and special education, and become certified teachers. Students are also employed upon graduation
as teacher aides, day care workers, and nannies.
COMPUTER DRAFTING AND GRAPHICS STUDIO Grades
11-12
In this one or two year
program, students transform architectural and engineering designs into finished
drawings using state of the art computer equipment and the latest software
releases. The first year of the program
includes the basic concepts, commands and operations of the AutoCAD software,
and introduces the student to advanced techniques such as 3D Design. An optional second year is available for
students who wish to pursue skills in advanced customized and photo-realistic
graphics and animation techniques utilizing 3D Studio Design software.
COSMETOLOGY 1 & 2 Grades
11-12
The
goal of this two-year program is for graduates to successfully pass the state
licensing examination and become employed in the field. The units of instruction and clinic are
designed to meet licensing standards of the Board of Beauty Culture. Future beauticians and barbers experience
instruction in hair care, styling, perms, manicures, facials, facial massage,
waxing, coloring, and barbering. Second
year students operate a clinic in which customer relations, shop management,
and professionalism are stressed.
CULINARY ARTS 1 & 2 Grades
11-12
Instruction
is provided in a commercial kitchen in restaurant operations; buffet and
catering; garde manger; soups, stocks, and sauces; basic and advanced baking;
purchasing; cost control; and hospitality management. The cuisine presented is both American Regional and
International. Students can obtain
three industry standard certificates through the National Restaurant
Association in Sanitation and Hygiene, Food Preparation, and Hospitality
Management. Advanced placement and college
credits can be earned for both apprenticeship and college degree programs in
chef preparation, baking, and restaurant management with The State University
of New York at Delhi and Pennsylvania College of Technology.
DIESEL TECHNOLOGY Grades
11-12
Within
this one or two year program, students learn the skills to repair and maintain
diesel powered highway trucks and equipment.
Units of instruction include theory and operation of the system
components for truck chassis, engine transmission, and drive train. Advanced study in electrical circuitry
electronics, computer controls, air conditioning and hydraulics are
covered. The course will prepare a
student to take ASE technician certification examinations. Advanced students have an opportunity to
also participate in Cummins Metropower Training courses that are offered on
site.
DIGITAL DESIGN AND
ADVERTISING
Grades 11-12
This course offers a one or two-year training
program in graphic design and computer graphics in a state of the art Apple
Macintosh facility. First year students
learn to create print ads, digital paintings, and drawings. Assignments range from the development of
logos, stationary and newsletter design to editorial illustration. Software includes PhotoShop, Illustrator,
and Quark. In the second year, students
focus on advanced desktop publishing, multimedia and Web Design. A minimum of six pieces of artwork is
required for the interview.
ELECTRICAL TRADES Grades
11-12
The Electrical Trades
Program is a one or two year program that covers Telecommunication, computer
installations, low voltage wiring, fire and burglar alarm systems, as well as
residential, commercial and industrial wiring.
All of these trades overlap in scope and basic training and offer an
excellent opportunity to obtain employment.
Algebra is a requirement in order to pursue entrance into the union
apprenticeship program.
In the two-year program students are trained by
Cisco certified staff to use Cisco equipment and software. Using the common server and networking
software, students will learn about its interaction with networks and Cisco
equipment. The class provides a
combination of instructor-led and computer-based instruction using a constantly
evolving curriculum. All testing is
done on Cisco web servers, and student progress is monitored by Cisco and Cisco
Academy personnel. A+ training will
also be offered in the computer repair and troubleshooting field. Students will be eligible for a CNNA and an
A+ certificate.
Blueprint
reading, design, layout, troubleshooting, repair and installations are included
as units of study. Students in this one
or two year program learn plumbing codes, principals and practices concerning
plumbing and heating in residential environments. In the laboratory, students will receive hands on training in
copper sweating, cutting and threading, cast iron, PVC and ABS work,
underground drainage waste, vent systems and mechanical piping of gas fired
heating systems. Design and
installation of fixtures for bathrooms, kitchens, and hot water heaters are
included.
WELDING TECHNOLOGY Grades
11-12
This 2-year program allows
high school students to acquire basic welding skills in the first year, which
is a prerequisite for the second year.
In the second year, students will have opportunities to pursue: the
NOCTI examination and AWS Entry-Level Welders’ certification.
In the first year of this
program, students are introduced to: Plasma Arc Cutting (on aluminum, stainless
and low carbon steel), Shielded Arc Welding (fillet and V-groove welds on low
carbon steel), Gas Metal Arc Welding (fillet welds on low carbon steel),
Oxy/fuel gas cutting, and introduction to print interpretation.
During the second year,
students will work with the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (welds on stainless steel
and aluminum), advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (V-grooves with backing
strips), Gas Metal Arc Welding (groove welds on low carbon steel), Flux-core
Arc Welding (fillet welds on low carbon steel), Plasma Arc Cutting and print
interpretation.
SPECIAL SERVICES
Application must be made
through the resident district. The
program is available to classified students enrolled in public secondary schools
who are 15-20 years of age. A complete
set of Child Study Team records must accompany the application.
Applications are available
from the local high school. Any
additional questions may be directed to 973-627-4600 Ext. 228
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION Grades 10-12
This program provides hands-on training in all phases of the
construction industry. Instruction
begins with the use of hand and power tools.
Blueprint reading is introduced as students begin framing an L-shaped,
three room ranch house. Units of study
include carpentry, electrical wiring, plumbing, sheet rocking, and
roofing. Upon completion, students may
elect to pursue advance training in one specific trade area.
AUTO BODY/COLLISION
REPAIR
Grades 10-12
Within this two-year program, students will study
basic auto body repair, painting, welding, restoration, panel replacement,
frame damage, repair, custom painting and the use of all tools and
materials. Graduates are employed as
technicians, painters and apprentices.
This course includes the study of interior and exterior
maintenance of a building and the surrounding grounds. Students gain knowledge of basic
electricity, plumbing, carpentry, landscaping, painting, general cleaning, and
maintenance.
BUSINESS INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS Grades
10-12
Information processing
and the changing technology in the office of today mandate that students are
trained in computers, machine transcription, word processing, spreadsheets,
electronic mailing and filing as well as graphics and reprographics. In this one to three year program, students
receive a broad base of knowledge of business concepts and computer techniques
using the most popular software to prepare for office employment. A basic knowledge of keyboarding is required
before beginning this program. Program
graduates either pursue a college education in business and information
technology systems or enter the workforce as office assistants, administrative
secretaries, and office clerks.
FOOD SERVICES
The
program is designed for the special needs learner who may indicate an interest
in Culinary Arts but lack the requisite academic skills. It will specifically prepare students for
employment in food service occupations in hospitals, corporate cafeterias,
banquet halls, nursing homes, hotels and restaurants. Students are trained in basic food sanitation, preparation and
service. Occupational training is for entry- level positions in most kitchens.
RETAIL/SUPERMARKET
CAREERS
Grades 10-12
This hands-on program trains students for all of the
jobs found in a supermarket. Units of
instruction include cashier, seafood, produce, baking, horticulture, sales
techniques, marketing, customer service, and grocery. Students operate the supermarket and produce a salad and soup
bar. A wide range of employment is
available within the many supermarket and retail stores in the county.
MAINSTREAMING
Opportunity is available for placement into any of the school's programs dependent upon the student's interest, capabilities, and demonstrated performance.